The 8 Best Food Tours in the Netherlands

1.10 Tastes of Amsterdam: Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,020 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102Our pick

Spend about three hours walking 1.5 miles through Amsterdam’s canal belt, Spui, the Nine Streets and Jordaan. You’ll make at least five food stops and up to 10 tastings, including Gouda, fresh stroopwafels, herring, chocolate, poffertjes, beer and local spirits. Guides such as Dennis, Maria, Kees and Joeri add history, humor and practical food tips.

“Todd was amazing. The tour was interactive, and he adjusted our visits based on the groups discussions and likes. Highly recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Eating Amsterdam: Food Tour & Canals Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 496 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $163

Spend about 2.5 hours walking Amsterdam’s Jordaan with an English-speaking guide such as Paul, Gerard, Elena, or Bart, tasting apple pie, herring, Gouda, roti, poffertjes, bitterballen, and jenever. Finish with a one-hour cruise on a wooden saloon boat. Food and listed drinks are included.

“Paul was a wonderful guide from start to finish. He welcomed everyone personally, getting to know a little about each person in a very friendly manner. The canal ride was great fun, especially with the delicious snacks and drinks. The food at each place was tasty and interesting, with Paul giving background of the dishes and the Netherlands history. I’d love to go again”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Amsterdam’s Market Street Food Tour with Streat Bites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133

Spend about three hours eating your way through Amsterdam’s Albert Cuyp Market and the De Pijp neighborhood. A local English-speaking guide leads a group of up to 12 to family-run food spots for Dutch fries, herring, stroopwafels, snacks, drinks, and edible souvenirs. The 10:30 am start leaves your evening open.

“Great local guide who took us to family owned and truly authentic spots to enjoy delicious tastes! She was so informative and loves sharing the local culture via food! Highly recommend her tour!”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Amsterdam Food Tour of 10+ Local Classic Tastings in Jordaan Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 334 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend three hours tasting 10 or more Dutch favorites in Amsterdam’s Jordaan, including poffertjes, cheese, kibbeling, herring, bitterballen, apple cake, beer, and a secret dish. Guides such as Holly, Jolanda, Lorina, Helen, and Jules lead the route, which also passes the Westertoren, Homomonument, and Anne Frank House area.

“Wonderful walking food tour - stopped in interesting, local know spots for some great treats. Our guide Lori shared lots of insight about Amsterdam, and neighborhoods. Highly recommend!”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Walking Rotterdam Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $107

Start at Rotterdam Centraal at 12:30 p.m. and spend about four hours walking through West-Kruiskade, the Markthal, Cube Houses, bridges, and Nieuwe Binnenweg. Expect Dutch bites, international foods, craft beer, and a final drink by the water. Guides such as Astrid, Umesh, Willem, and Tim add history and local context.

“Our host Annika was awesome. Very knowledgeable and friendly. You can tell she loves her city! Thanks”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Biking Rotterdam Food Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Ride through Rotterdam with a small group of up to 12 people, stopping for enough local bites to make a meal. Guides including Rob, Bart, Tim, and Annika combine cycling, food, city history, and waterfront views. The tour starts and ends at Baan 175 at 12:30 pm and covers about 10 km in short stretches.

“We had an unforgettable day on the Bike and Bites tour in Rotterdam with Rob! Our cruise ship arrived late, but Rob and Paul were incredibly accommodating, working seamlessly to ensure we could still complete tour without missing a beat. Their flexibility and warm, welcoming vibe set the tone for an amazing experience. Rob was fantastic with our kids, keeping them engaged, entertained, and safe throughout the entire tour. His enthusiasm made them feel so special, and they’re still talking about him! The biking route was perfect, showcasing Rotterdam’s vibrant sights, and every food stop was a delicious dive into local flavors that we all loved. Rob’s focus on safety…”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Guided Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 55 reviews · 4 hours · from $105

Spend four hours walking Rotterdam with a local guide such as Bram, Rob, Loran, Tim, or Willem, stopping for poffertjes, cheese, bitterballen, Surinamese curry, chips, and local beer. You will see major sights, lesser-known corners, and the city’s modern culture while eating what amounts to a large lunch.

“Excellent tour and great value for the price. Our guide was fantastic and told us little bits about the history of Rotterdam as well as the food stops we were visiting. The tour was a great length and the end point was very beautiful.”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Food Tour by Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · 4 hours · from $117

Spend four hours cycling Rotterdam with a local English or Dutch-speaking guide, stopping for poffertjes, cheese, bitterballen, Surinamese curry, Moroccan tapas, chocolate, cider, and craft beer. Guides including Ferry and Tim have led departures, with architecture, public art, harbor views, and lesser-known corners along the way.

“Super veel gezien en uitleg van onze gids Ferry gehad. Was een erg fijne fietstocht. Aleens de culinaire hapjes waren goed naar hadden we iets anders van voorgesteld.”

Check availability →Read our full review